Guidelines for private equity firms

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Private Equity Council

February 11, 2009 7:50 a.m. GMT

The Private Equity Council's guidelines included the following:

Consider environmental, public health, safety, and social issues associated with target companies when evaluating whether to invest in a particular company or entity, as well as during the period of ownership.

2.Seek to be accessible to, and engage with, relevant stakeholders either directly or through representatives of portfolio companies, as appropriate.